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Dawn Inspiration
Neil


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Photograph Information Photographer's Comments
Challenge: Free Study 2007-08 (Expert Editing)
Collection: A+ Prints
Camera: Nikon D80
Lens: Nikon AF-S DX NIKKOR 18-200mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR II
Location: Letchworth State Park
Date: Aug 5, 2007
Aperture: 9
ISO: 400
Shutter: 1/60
Galleries: Landscape, Photo-Impressionism
Date Uploaded: Aug 31, 2007

I arrived at Inspiration Point before sunrise (a bit too early), but then I got to watch the valley light up! It was gorgeous. I would have loved for a train to cross the trestle, but it didn't happen and this light only lasted a short while.

Processing: Converted from RAW in lightroom; most edits there. A little tweaking in PS, including removing the two small powerlines that go across the valley.

Statistics
Place: 8 out of 503
Avg (all users): 7.1081
Avg (commenters): 7.7857
Avg (participants): 7.2286
Avg (non-participants): 6.8140
Views since voting: 5031
Views during voting: 229
Votes: 148
Comments: 31
Favorites: 17 (view)


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09/17/2007 12:08:36 PM
Remarkable photo... if the train did show, there would be no question about this ribboning.

I agree with bear, though: shouldve camped out n' waited, this is expert editing, after all!
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09/13/2007 10:55:01 PM
Neil, this is absolutely stunning. I'm jealous that you were in the neighborhood and got such a wonderful shot! This truly is inspirational.
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09/11/2007 07:42:28 PM
WOW! Very impressive Neil. You captured a very subtle mood in this photo.
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09/11/2007 04:32:31 AM
very beautiful!
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09/10/2007 12:22:11 AM
WOW!!!!!!
I am amazed!!!
Excellent!!!
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09/09/2007 07:22:53 PM
Neil, congrats once again on a beautiful image! Another wonderful landscape in portrait mode by the master. I knew this one would score high. I'm surprised it didn't score even higher! Adding as a fave.
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09/09/2007 01:25:07 AM
Neil, congratulations! This is beautifully done.
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09/08/2007 09:54:04 PM
Indeed worthy of its placement. Spectacular shot.
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09/08/2007 02:57:00 PM
Wow! Another top 10! Congratulations.
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09/08/2007 08:08:55 AM
Neil, congrats on you top 10!!! I'm not at all surprised, but wish this baby would have ribboned for you. Absolutely gorgeous. Edit to add: did you know you are one of my statistical favorite photogs? This one is going into favorites too.

Message edited by author 2007-09-08 08:09:47.
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09/08/2007 06:19:47 AM
wow...breathtaking...a great effort to finish 8th, well done Mr Diamond
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09/08/2007 03:16:18 AM
This is incredible!!! Missed it during voting, but would have given you a 10!! WOW!
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09/08/2007 03:09:00 AM
WONDERFUL shot Neal! Beautifully done. But in reference this part of your notes:

"I would have loved for a train to cross the trestle, but it didn't happen and this light only lasted a short while. "

Tsk tsk. This was expert editing. Leave the tripod set up and wait for a train, then bring him in on the dawn shot :-)

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09/08/2007 01:16:54 AM
wow this almost doesnt look real, its so amazing. I love the colors. This is a great shot!
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09/08/2007 12:17:11 AM
WOWZA! Congrats, Neil! Top 10 in a free study is something to accomplish! Of course, it says something that 7.1 doesn't even get in your top 5. :)
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 Comments Made During the Challenge
09/06/2007 10:44:30 PM
This shot still takes my breath away, Neil. :) Not that I can vote on it, of course, but I'm faving it!
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09/06/2007 10:02:27 PM
Looks like a DrAchoo inspired shot. So much going on here but it all fits well in the frame.
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09/06/2007 12:40:47 PM
Wow!
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09/05/2007 11:13:02 PM
I love the colours and the dreamy feel this has to it, well done and good luck. 9
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09/05/2007 10:42:16 PM
Excellent!
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09/05/2007 04:20:12 PM
Very nice deep reds. The details of the leaves and waterfall are very good.
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09/05/2007 10:00:27 AM
This shot is pretty cool, a bit too soft for my taste but I love the framing, light and colors, gave a 7.
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09/04/2007 05:09:02 PM
Beautiful sunrise.
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09/03/2007 03:46:51 PM
A sense of the unknown, a dangerous place. Don't go there without a buddy :)
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09/02/2007 01:08:01 PM
Wow! Love the sky and the top of the falls. Nice image.
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09/02/2007 05:01:39 AM
Can't vote on this one but will say that it's magnificent! What an awesome sight this must be in person.
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09/02/2007 04:40:08 AM
very nice scenery, but the orange sky is overdone, IMO
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09/01/2007 11:51:52 PM
Beautiful! You brought out the colors here very nicely. << 8 >>
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09/01/2007 11:55:51 AM
Wow, I don't know if this is real and I don't at all care... this is just lovely!
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09/01/2007 09:33:06 AM
That is one of the most beautiful sunrise shots I've ever seen. Whether manipulated or not, it is just stunning.
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09/01/2007 12:34:53 AM
OMG - Gorgeous! I expect to see this at the top.
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